What is ransomware?

If you visit a compromised website or click on a spammed email that contains ransomware, it can attack the data on your computer or mobile device. Ransom prices can reach $830 or more (typically in bitcoins). Ransomware is on the rise as Trend Micro has blocked over 100 million threats since October 2015i. And Android mobile ransomware threats have grown 15 times higher than they were in April 2015ii.

How do I prevent
ransomware?

The best defence is a good offence. Block ransomware from entering your computer with Trend Micro™ Maximum Security. Industry experts recently recognised it as blocking 100% of ransomware threatsiii as well as offering 100% effective protection against web threats.iv.